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There is still time to vote Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery for Saratoga Today’s ‘Best of Saratoga Region’. We are listed under the following categories: ‘Massage’, ‘Spa’ and ‘Plastic Surgery’.

We really appreciate your continued support after 25 years and look forward to once again being recognized as being the ‘Best of Saratoga Region’. Click on the link below and look for the categories mentioned.

Are you unhappy with your double chin or excessive loose skin and fat in your upper neck? Is your jawline poorly defined? You are not alone. In a national survey, about 60% of those polled said they did not like their profile appearance due to excess submental (beneath the chin) fat. In some people this is a genetic or congenital problem that one inherits. In others, the process of aging, weight gain and fat redistribution causes the double chin. This is an area that can’t be hidden by clothing and because it is exposed, it creates an older, out-of-shape appearance. Those who I see for this problem area want to lose the fat, tighten the skin of the upper neck to eliminate their embarrassment and to feel better about how they look. The rise of “selfies” and photos posted on Instagram and Facebook has made people much more aware of how others see them.

We offer multiple tools to correct the double chin including the fat melting injectable KYBELLA^®, liposuction using the LipoPerfection^® technique, truSculpt^® radiofrequency fat melting, Ultherapy^® ultrasound fat melting and skin tightening, as well as surgical neck lifts. In fact there are so many options the patient can be quite confused as to which would be best for them. All the more reason to seek consultation with a seasoned, experienced plastic surgeon who can match your concerns and expectations with the right procedures to provide you with the results that you desire. The “gold standard” result may be most rapidly achieved with liposuction to remove fat with or without surgical neck skin tightening. However, with that said, there are many people who have absolutely no desire to be operated upon, and there are those who don’t have the ability to take time off from regular activities and from their job to recover. But they are accepting of other procedures that may take longer to reach a similar end result. KYBELLA^® uses a bile acid injection to melt the fat beneath the chin and is best used for those people who have isolated fat deposits and excellent skin tone. Two to four injection sessions (taking 20-30 minutes each) spaced every 4-6 weeks are typically required. The final results may be seen several months after the last treatment. Fat melted by KYBELLA^® will not return.

Ultherapy^® uses ultrasound energy to “shrink wrap” the skin of the neckline, cheeks, face and décolletage and can boost the effects of KYBELLA^®. On the other hand, truSculpt^® uses heating with radiofrequency energy to melt fat and may be used to achieve a similar result to KYBELLA^®. Typically, three or more monthly truSculpt^® (no downtime) treatments are needed to reach a plateau of a result.

Confused with all the options? All the more reason to call and schedule a consultation with me to learn more about what would work best for your lifestyle to correct your double chin. My role is to explore all the options with you, to provide you with information so you can choose what treatment will most effectively allow you to reach your goal so you can look and feel your best!

–Dimitri Koumanis, MD

To celebrate our Saratoga Springs MediSpa’s 25th Year, we have facial filler and BOTOX^® Cosmetic discount promotions.  This month we introduced to the Capital District new DiamondTome™ microdermabrasion with HydroPlus+ Serum Infusion treatment.  It is a revolutionary solution to get age-defying skin!  This treatment is a natural and healthy way to look your best.  We also provide laser hair removal, leg spider vein treatment with sclerotherapy and lasers, and effective cellulite treatments.  We offer affordable non-surgical and minimally invasive options to restore and maintain your youthful appearance.

We have “gold standard” state-of-the-art lasers to remove facial and body hair, visible capillaries and veins and pigmented lesions to erase signs of aging.  We are the only office in our region to provide truSculpt™ nonsurgical fat reduction for body contouring.  Our Advanced Medical Skin Care provides products and treatments such as Genesis V™ laser facials and “lunchtime” glycolic and deeper chemical peels to reduce unwanted pigment, deep pores and fine wrinkle lines.  Our comprehensive line of skin care products provides you with a medical grade home skin care program to boost and supplement the effects of the office treatments.

The combination of Ultherapy^®, muscle relaxants and facial fillers can help you to appear 5 or 10 years younger!  You are invited to come help us celebrate our 25th year in the specialty of Cosmetic Medicine and plastic surgery.  Your $200 consultation fee will be waived if you consult before April 2016.  At your visit, you’ll receive a detailed Facial Rejuvenation Treatment Plan and a comprehensive “Beauty for Life” brochure that describes the aging process and outlines anti-aging options.  See us now to get the look you want for Valentine’s Day and beyond!

Saratoga Springs MediSpa will be having a free Facial Rejuvenation Seminar January 20th, 2016. Learn about the latest cosmetic treatments including Kybella^®, Ultherapy^®, DiamondTome™ & HydroPlus+ Serum Infusion and much more. This event will include:

• Live Treatment Demonstrations
• Drawing for Beauty Door Prizes
• Enjoy light snacks and Refreshments
• All attendees receive a $50 gift card

Contact us today for more information as seating is limited. We look forward to seeing you!

Though liposuction remains one of the most popular methods of excess fat removal at Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC, we offer a number of alternatives for patients seeking a nonsurgical means of smoothing the skin and attaining their goals. Endermologie^® allows our highly skilled plastic surgeon’s staff to give you a smoother and slimmer silhouette without the need for any incisions. In addition, Endermologie^® employs the same machine technology used for cellulite reduction, and can leave you with firmer, smoother, younger-looking skin. Although it may be used as a sole treatment, Endermologie^® treatments work best after fat removal by liposuction or truSculpt™ to achieve the best possible body contouring results. Since the best result is our goal, we are the only plastic surgery office in the Albany and Capital District area to provide Endermologie^® treatments.

Endermologie^® is ideal for patients who are at or near their ideal weight but struggle with pockets of isolated excess fat resistant to diet and exercise efforts. Our patients have successfully used Endermologie^® to address common cosmetic concerns such as:

• Excess fat deposits
• Thinning skin
• Sagging skin
• Dimpled skin

By targeting fibroblasts and fat cells with mechano-stimulation, your skin can be effectively lifted, toned, and tightened. In addition, you may notice an overall slimming of the treated areas for a more contoured and sculpted figure. Since it typically takes 8-12 weekly treatments to reach a plateau, many of our patients opt to have multiple Endermologie^® treatment sessions alone or after truSculpt™ or liposuction to optimize their results.

Schedule Your Consultation

For more information about our liposuction alternatives and body sculpting options, and to schedule a personalized consultation, please contact us today.

Liposuction is often considered a body sculpting staple and has proven extremely effective at treating stubborn fat. Traditional liposuction uses incisions at the target area to gain access to the unwanted fat cells and then breaks them down with a cannula (thin tube with a hole in the tip) and suction system. At Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC, we use a special liposuction technique called LipoPerfection^®, which utilizes shorter incisions and smaller cannulas. As a result, patients typically experience improved post-operative comfort and an abbreviated recovery time. However, if you have mild to moderate areas of diet and exercise resistant fat and are seeking a noninvasive method of reducing stubborn, excess fat, truSculpt™ may be appropriate for your needs.

With truSculpt™ there are no incisions, no surgery, and no downtime. Using a handheld device that is placed on the surface of the skin, radiofrequency (RF) energy is transmitted below the skin’s surface. The heat from this RF pulse can strategically damage the targeted fat cells without harming the healthy surrounding tissues. As your body’s metabolic process takes over, these damaged fat cells are absorbed and exit the body naturally, *It usually takes at least 2 or 3 monthly sessions to reach a plateau. *You can begin to notice the results from your truSculpt™ treatment about four weeks after your sessions. *After twelve weeks, you should see the full results and your more youthful, contoured silhouette. Additional treatment sessions after the initial 3 monthly treatments can also be scheduled to maximize your final outcome.

*Individual Results May Vary

Schedule Your Consultation

To learn more about truSculpt™ or liposuction, please contact us today to schedule your consultation.